5 Warning Signs Of Kidney Failure

[{"selector":"#anim-4abc0bcc-9859-4aaa-85e0-3b6ce0a861fc","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-2269ab54-6014-4672-a05b-ef64d266cfdf","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 153.93113%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] While kidney failure can manifest with various symptoms, it's essential to note that these symptoms may not always be specific to kidney issues. Photo Credit: Freepik

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Changes In Urination

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Swelling

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Shortness Of Breath

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High Blood Pressure

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Nausea & Vomiting

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